Nursery - Bright Horizons Bristol Day Nursery
Salary: Starting from £25,538.43 per annum FTE (full-time equivalent, depending on qualification and experience)
Shifts: 24 hours per week, Wednesday to Friday
Location: Bristol, BS3
Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles - Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: "I did that."
We're seeking an Early Years Assistant to join our Bright Horizons Bristol Day Nursery and Preschool, located under the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge and overlooking the Ashton Court Estate. The nursery has good public transport links and onsite parking.
The 56-place nursery offers a homely environment, with many staff members having over 10 years of service. It has recently been refurbished and features an impressive outdoor space, with access to a comprehensive programme for every stage of your career, including a careers coach.
The Role: As an Early Years Assistant, you will work as part of a team to care for babies and children up to 5 years old. You will engage in interactive play, activities, reading, and fostering curiosity, supporting each child's development towards key milestones.
What we're looking for:
* Previous experience working with children is ideal but not essential (e.g., Nursery Bank Staff, Nursery Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, Nanny, Childminder, or similar)
* Passion for making learning fun and engaging
* Ability to build trust and strong partnerships with colleagues and parents
* Effective communication skills with children and adults
We are an inclusive employer welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and ages. Our nursery features pagoda-style structures, mud kitchens, and ample space for exploration and play. All rooms have access to the garden, supporting children's physical development daily. The indoor areas are spacious, offering various learning opportunities, from calming sleep areas in the baby room to loose parts play and curiosity corners in the toddler room. We provide a school readiness programme in preschool, along with Forest School sessions, mindfulness, gentle stretching, and exciting science activities. Our preschool children support our Eco-Schools accreditation with the wider nursery.
Benefits include:
* Childcare discount of 40% for the first child
* Enhanced parental leave
* 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure; options to purchase additional leave
* Pension scheme
* Financial and wellbeing benefits, including 24/7 virtual GP, early wage access, and more
* Professional development opportunities and reasonable adjustments for applicants
Please note, all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
If you want to make a difference with a company voted a Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today! We look forward to receiving your application.
If you encounter any issues, please email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com for assistance.
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